Atwell, a national consulting, engineering, and construction services firm in Southfield, has acquired Ben Dyer Associates Inc., a 60-person engineering firm based in Maryland. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Ben Dyer Associates specializes in civil engineering, land planning, and surveying services for land development and redevelopment projects throughout Maryland and the District of Columbia.
“Atwell and Ben Dyer share a similar business strategy — we guide and advise our clients through every stage of a project from concept to completion,” says Brian Wenzel, president and CEO of Atwell. “This acquisition supports an expansion into a new region for Atwell and is another meaningful advancement of our long-term strategic growth.”
This acquisition expands Atwell’s reach into the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region and will strengthen Atwell’s ability to support a variety of land development projects, including single and multi-family residential, commercial, and industrial. Ben Dyer is also experienced in the power and energy market, enhancing Atwell’s ability to support solar projects on the east coast.
“Alignment of culture and values is incredibly important for us,” says Steve Mauersberg, president of Ben Dyer Associates. “Ben Dyer and Atwell share a joint vision of improving our communities, helping our clients achieve success, and providing opportunities for our employees.”
The company founder, Ben Dyer, entered private practice as a registered professional engineer and land surveyor in 1935. In 1952, the company was incorporated as Ben Dyer Associates Inc. Mauersberg began his career with Ben Dyer Associates in 1986. Every president’s career has spanned more than three decades with the company.
“We’re excited to welcome the members of Ben Dyer to the team,” says Bill Anderson, vice president of land development in the U.S. east at Atwell. “We believe that Ben Dyer is the right firm for expanding our geographic footprint while continuing to provide expert service to our land development clients.”
Atwell continues to expand its geographic footprint, service offerings, and capabilities through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Last month, Atwell financed the acquisition of Cross Surveying, a 28-person land surveying firm based in Florida.
